TVP has 52 g protein per 100 g with only 1.2 g fat. Made from defatted soy flour, it retains soy's complete amino acid profile (DIAAS ~0.90; Herreman et al., Food Sci Nutr 2020). At 327 calories per 100 g dry, it is one of the most cost-effective protein sources by gram.
How should I track Textured vegetable protein (TVP)?
Textured vegetable protein (TVP) is high in magnesium. Plant-based foods like Textured vegetable protein (TVP) often come with variable water content, so weighing after draining or pressing gives you the most accurate count. Tofu blocks, for example, can vary by 30% in weight depending on how much liquid they hold. A meta-analysis of 43 RCTs (Reid-McCann et al., Nutr Rev 2025) found that soy protein matches dairy protein for muscle outcomes, so the tracking precision matters just as much as with animal sources. Also watch for marinated or flavored versions — sauces add calories that are easy to miss.
